<p>^ I like the idea of scattering ashes in a place that’s meaningful to the person, or a special place like the top of a mountain. It’s far from everything commercial and everyday. It’s almost a sacred space, filled with light and air. </p>
<p>Someone told me about a co-worker who has her father’s ashes in an urn on the mantle, and she brings “Dad” to family get togethers (like Thanksgiving) and wraps a scarf around the urn for warmth.</p>